Removal Procedure
Important: Place the front folding panel on a protective cover to prevent scratching.
- Remove the front folding panel. Refer to
Folding Top Front Panel Replacement
.
- Remove the screws (1) from each upper rear corner of the panel.
There is 2 screws in each
corner of the panel that attach the weatherstrip.
- Open the folding top. Locate the screw in the underside.
Remove the screw (1) that attaches
the weatherstrip to the side retainer.
- Remove the weatherstrip from the side retainers.
Grasp the weatherstrip at the corner, pull the
weatherstrip upward to release it from the retainer.
- Remove the weatherstrip from rear flange.
- Remove all of the adhesive and remaining tape from the panel.
Varnish Makers and painters (VMP) Naptha™ or GM approved 3M® adhesive remover on a dampened lint free cloth.
Installation Procedure
- Install the weatherstrip to the panel.
1.1. | Align the weatherstrip to the flange on the panel. |
1.2. | Remove adhesive tape backing from the adhesive tape, by pulling on the pull-tab, While the seal remains mounted to the flange. |
- Apply a pumpable sealer (Kent Products® P10552 or GM equivalent), approximately a 6mm (0.236 in.) bead to the area (2), in the molded corners of the weatherstrip.
- Wet-out the adhesive tape by applying steady pressure with hand or trim stick.
- Install the weatherstrip to the retainers, use a trim stick or a suitable tool to ensure that the weatherstrip is completely seated in the retainer.
- Open the folding top. Locate the screw in the underside of the panel.
Install the screw (1)
that attaches the weatherstrip to the side retainer.
- Install the screws (1) to each upper rear corner of the panel.
There is 2 screws in each
corner of the panel that attach the weatherstrip.
- Install the front folding panel. Refer to
Folding Top Front Panel Replacement
.
- Cycle the folding top closed.
- Water test the vehicle.
9.1. | Ensure that the weatherstrip is properly seated. |
9.2. | Inspect for leaks, more sealer may be necessary. |